Eat This, Not That!

The Eat This, Not That! podcast takes a fun and informative look at how Americans eat, and arms them with knowledge and confidence so they can make the healthiest decision—in every situation. Whether it’s what we eat for breakfast on the go, what we pack for lunch, or how we stock our pantry and fill our shopping carts, we make more than 300 food decisions every day. Eat This, Not That! shows you how you can eat all of your favorite foods, guilt-free.

The Eat This, Not That! podcast takes a fun and informative look at how Americans eat, and arms them with knowledge and confidence so they can make the healthiest decision—in every situation. Whether it’s what we eat for breakfast on the go, what we pack for lunch, or how we stock our pantry and fill our shopping carts, we make more than 300 food decisions every day. Eat This, Not That! shows you how you can eat all of your favorite foods, guilt-free.

The Eat This, Not That! podcast takes a fun and informative look at how Americans eat, and arms them with knowledge and confidence so they can make the healthiest decision—in every situation. Whether it’s what we eat for breakfast on the go, what we pack for lunch, or how we stock our pantry and fill our shopping carts, we make more than 300 food decisions every day. Eat This, Not That! shows you how you can eat all of your favorite foods, guilt-free.

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Thanksgiving, or perhaps you’re more fond of referring to it as “Turkey Day.” But really, that’s a misnomer; because with the exception of that big bird in the middle of the table, everything else you’ll be eating—from mashed potatoes and stuffing to creamed corn, glazed carrots and pecan pie—it should come as no surprise that the average American will consume 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving - 3,000 of those at dinner!
However, today is not a day to cut calories, it’s a day to make them...

Few cooking tools are as convenient and versatile as the slow cooker—especially if you don’t have hours to spend stirring at the stove. After all, what’s better than throwing a bunch of ingredients in a pot, walking away, and returning several hours later to find a hot, delicious meal ready and waiting for you?
That said, there are a few things to know about using a slow cooker, and if you’re not careful, any of the following mistakes could seriously wreck the perfect meal you had planned....

Although there’s a lot to love about Whole Foods, naysayers can’t seem to come to terms with the supermarket’s relatively steep prices, hence the nickname “Whole Paycheck.”
However, a lot has changed following Amazon’s staggering $13.7 billion acquisition of Whole Foods. Amazon slashed price tags on best-selling groceries and even added coveted tech to some of its stores. Before you pay a visit to your local Whole Foods, check out our top things you should know before shopping. Rest...

Coffee is a natural source of antioxidants and has been linked to countless health benefits—such
as extending your life, lowering your risk of heart disease, and helping you
cruise through that 3 p.m. meeting.
But if you’re spiking your
cup with the wrong stuff or sipping too much throughout the day, you may be
doing your body a disservice. Don’t worry, Jon and Megan are here to help you
find out exactly how you’re ruining your Joe. IN this episode, they dive in to
some of the most...

Ah, chili season is upon us.
Cooler temps mean two things: more football games and more chili. But many chili toppings can be a serious landmine for your health or your slim-down efforts.
In this episode, Jon and Megan highlight some of the BEST toppings for your favorite bowl that not only amp up the flavor, but crank up the health benefits and may even make your favorite bowl of chili more waistline-friendly.

Got your flu shot yet? Well, if you haven't (because maybe you don't like needles) then this episode is for you as Jon and Megan discuss the best foods to stock up that can actually help strengthen your immune system. These easy to find foods can help fortify your body for cold and flu season, ensuring that it is ready to stay strong, or at least provide a fast recovery, should you get the sniffles, or worse.

When most of us think of food and “energy” it usually leads to sugar or a jolt of caffeine from a cup of coffee. In this episode, Jon and Megan show you how you can add some easy to find and delicious foods to you daily diet that can help give you a jolt and sustain that energy all day long because they either naturally have caffeine or are high in energizing nutrients like fiber and B12. Now, there’s no way we can really measure if they’re “better” than coffee, but hopefully you find the...

In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover some major kitchen hacks that can save you time and money by showing you how you can pull double duty with the kitchen utensils you already have.
The truth is, most common utensils can do double duty in the kitchen. It’s just about how you look at it. Although that avocado pitter was absolutely adorable, in reality, it was just a glorified spoon. And, do you really need that yolk separator?
While we hope that all of these cool new gadgets will make my...

Costco, love it or hate it, there is no denying that the warehouse retailer is a fixture for many American families. From it’s racetrack-like setup to hits hidden “triggers" and “treasures," Jon and Megan uncover the methods behind the big box retailer’s madness and dis use some interesting tips and fun facts that may make your next trip a bit more enjoyable.

Breakfast - You’ve been told it is the most important meal of the day, but sometimes you are running late, in a hurry or just don’t have time to do breakfast right. No matter the reason, you still want the best fast food breakfast out there. Can it be had at a Fast Food restaurant?
Jon and Megan turned to the crack team of Eat This, Not That! That’s how who tasted and tested some of our favorite and most popular morning meals so you can breeze through the drive-thru and fuel up on the fly.

Pumpkin Spiced Lattes...three words that have become the official passage of the season from summer to fall. But the Pumpkin Spiced madness now knows no limits with a flood of products from snack bars to cheeses. If you are looking to expand your favorite fall fix outside of the coffee cup you are in luck -- In this episode, Jon and Megan break down the best, most delicious, and nutritious new Pumpkin Spiced foods hitting the shelves.

It starts with the best of intentions:
You’ve loaded up a plate with fresh greens, some veggies and you think that you need to keep adding stuff to “fill it out.” However, when it comes to salad, "piling on" can quickly become "pigging out" leading to a plate that can pack more calories than a burger.
In this episode, Jon and Megan highlight some of our biggest salad mistakes and show you how to fix them

The microwave gets a bad rap right? Most of us probably think of it as a cop-out method to reheat leftovers or nuke a mediocre frozen meal. Sure, there are some foods that just aren’t as good when reheated in the microwave versus the oven (like that slice of last night’s pizza), but the fact is, there are plenty of foods and recipes that taste just as good microwaved as they do cooked over a stovetop.
In this episode, Jon and Megan help you get get the most out of this kitchen powerhouse...

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to a road trip is food. Mostly because road trips are boring and when we are bored, we want to eat.
That is also why road trips can be dangerous, it’s a collision of boredom, emotional eating, and survival. In this episode, you’ll get a crash course in surviving your road trip with Eat This, Not That! approved snacks (and sweets) and the ultimate solution to win the battle against Hangry passengers.
PLUS: Granola Trail Mix Cookies recipe

Maybe you’ve nixed the sugar from your morning coffee, cut your lunchtime portion in half, and swapped your evening pasta for a hearty salad. But despite your efforts to cut back on calories, you’re still not losing weight. Which has left you wondering: “What’s going on?!”
In this episode, Jon and Megan take a look at how some calorie-cutting moves can actually set you back, because losing weight is more than just a numbers game. You may think that a low-calorie option or snack pack may...

Studies show that eating out—whether it’s at a fine dining restaurant, casual eatery, or fast food joint—leads to a greater daily intake of calories, saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. In this episode, Jon and Megan help you eat for the win with some go-to restaurant hacks to help arm you with a new perspective on dining out. At the end of the day, it’s all about balance and picking healthy and delicious foods that will make you feel full rather than deprived.

Recalls of foods like eggs, romaine lettuce, even crackersand shutdowns of popular foodchains underscore why it’s important to know the basics of how to sidestep pesky bacteria. According to the CDC, each year, approximately 48 million people suffer from foodborne illness caused by bacteria such as E.coli, Salmonella, and Listeria.​ ​In this episode, Jon and Megan show you how you can be safe and cut down your risk of foodborne illness so you can ENJOY your food, worry-free, at home and when...

The freezer section is overflowing with new “diet ice creams” that suggest you can enjoy your frozen indulgence with lower calorie, fat, and sugar counts. However, buyer beware! Not every tub on the market is “Eat This”-approved. Instead of deciphering confusing nutritional labels yourself , The Eat This, Not That! team has done the work for you - they ranked more than 30! ​ - ​ and in this episode Jon and Megan give you the scoop on the best and worst of the bunch. For the full rankings...

Researchers estimate that we spend between $127 and $180 per week on groceries, depending on your income. Surely, there’s some wiggle room in there, right? (like maybe leave that second pint of ice cream on the shelf). If you’re looking to save some green and get more of the good stuff in return, Jon and Megan have you covered with easy fixes for the grocery shopping mistakes that are crushing your wallet.

You may make a mean burger, but believe it or not, it could be even better!!
Jon and Megan highlight some of the most common mistakes many of us make when making burgers at home with quick and easy fixes to ensure you are serving up the best burgers on the block all year long!